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melissavandesteene's review against another edition
5.0
I've never cried so hard reading a book. All of his books are tear-jerkers, but this one is definitely the saddest.
alyson7's review against another edition
3.0
Theresa Osbourne is a columnist for a newspaper in Boston. Everyday she writes columns about the trials, tribulations and joys of parenting. She has been single for three years ever since she divorced her husband after she discovered he had been having an affair. Although Theresa attempted to date, she just couldn’t find a special someone. One summer, Theresa decides to go on vacation with her friend while her twelve-year-old son vacations with his father. While enjoying her vacation, Theresa decides to take a walk to the beach, there she finds a message in a bottle. The message is a passionate love letter from a man named Garrett to his beloved Catherine. Captivated by this passionate message, Theresa feels a compulsion to meet Garrett. Little does she know that this message in a bottle would change her life forever.
Message in a Bottle was my first Nicholas Sparks novel. Yes, I have never read The Notebook (I’ve seen the movie though), or Dear John or even A Walk to Remember. Instead, I started with Message in a Bottle because I was craving to read something with summery vibes. I was expected to be blown away by this novel. After all, Nicholas Sparks is one of the most well-known romance/contemporary writers. Unfortunately, I wasn’t blown away. Did I enjoy Message in a Bottle? Yes, it had its charm.
At the beginning, I was super captivated. Who is Garrett? Why is he writing messages? Who is Catherine? There were so many questions. I ended up getting the answers too quickly. All the mystery was gone, and I was just left having to plow through the middle. The ending kept my interest (you would understand why if you read it), but once I closed the book for good, I didn’t feel like raving about just how much I liked Message in a Bottle.
Theresa didn’t really captivate me as a character, nor did Garrett once he arrived in the story. There are certain characters from novels where you feel as if you truly know the characters. Theresa and Garrett weren’t well-developed enough for me to really get invested in their lives.
Will I give up on Nicholas Sparks and never read another of his novels again? No! I like his writing style, and I’m sure the next book of his that I’ll pick up will be a lot better. Would I recommend Message in a Bottle to those who are looking for a summer vibe? No, I’d find another book.
Message in a Bottle was my first Nicholas Sparks novel. Yes, I have never read The Notebook (I’ve seen the movie though), or Dear John or even A Walk to Remember. Instead, I started with Message in a Bottle because I was craving to read something with summery vibes. I was expected to be blown away by this novel. After all, Nicholas Sparks is one of the most well-known romance/contemporary writers. Unfortunately, I wasn’t blown away. Did I enjoy Message in a Bottle? Yes, it had its charm.
At the beginning, I was super captivated. Who is Garrett? Why is he writing messages? Who is Catherine? There were so many questions. I ended up getting the answers too quickly. All the mystery was gone, and I was just left having to plow through the middle. The ending kept my interest (you would understand why if you read it), but once I closed the book for good, I didn’t feel like raving about just how much I liked Message in a Bottle.
Theresa didn’t really captivate me as a character, nor did Garrett once he arrived in the story. There are certain characters from novels where you feel as if you truly know the characters. Theresa and Garrett weren’t well-developed enough for me to really get invested in their lives.
Will I give up on Nicholas Sparks and never read another of his novels again? No! I like his writing style, and I’m sure the next book of his that I’ll pick up will be a lot better. Would I recommend Message in a Bottle to those who are looking for a summer vibe? No, I’d find another book.
jei_alexander's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
between_colorful_chapters's review against another edition
3.0
- "I know that somehow, every step I took since the moment I could walk was a step towards finding you."
🇭🇺 - Őszintén nagy elvárásaim voltak a szerzővel kapcsolatban, mert sok helyen láttam már. Szimpatikus volt a neve és a könyvei is. Ez volt tőle az első könyvem és hát sajnos kicsit csalódtam. Az alap koncepció annyira jó lehetett volna, viszont itt is a szereplők elvették szerintem az egésznek a varázsát. Nagyon sok részt unalmasnak találtam, felesleges párbeszédekkel volt tele az egész történet. A szereplőkkel nem tudtam azonosulni, mert túl keveset kaptunk belőlük. Egy kis laza olvasmánynak elmegy....
🇭🇺 - Őszintén nagy elvárásaim voltak a szerzővel kapcsolatban, mert sok helyen láttam már. Szimpatikus volt a neve és a könyvei is. Ez volt tőle az első könyvem és hát sajnos kicsit csalódtam. Az alap koncepció annyira jó lehetett volna, viszont itt is a szereplők elvették szerintem az egésznek a varázsát. Nagyon sok részt unalmasnak találtam, felesleges párbeszédekkel volt tele az egész történet. A szereplőkkel nem tudtam azonosulni, mert túl keveset kaptunk belőlük. Egy kis laza olvasmánynak elmegy....
mdpbernal's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
4.5
maci_b's review against another edition
4.0
I really loved this book. It definitely sticks to the Nicholas Sparks style that you would expect, so if you're a fan of Sparks' other books you'll likely enjoy this one as well. I got sucked in and got extremely emotional as I read it.
onceuponagracey's review against another edition
5.0
omg again another great nic sparks book, so did not see that coming at the end !!! soo sad !! now i will have to watch the movie
shereadsspice8's review against another edition
2.0
I really didn't get into this book until the last 20 pages or so. I just thought the story was kind of flat. There was no passion or emotion throughout the story. It took until tragedy happened for me to really feel anything for the characters.
Overall an okay read.
Overall an okay read.
ashley_earley's review against another edition
4.0
A tragic but beautiful romance.
The book will get you interested immediately, getting you hooked the moment Theresa finds a bottle on a beach with a letter inside.
The chapters are long but you read through them pretty quickly. I don't usually like the narration style of writing, but it suites this novel. It gives you a chance to experience the sides of Theresa and Garrett without jumping perspectives for every chapter.
The two main characters are and aren't your everyday couple; Garrett struggles with the loss of his wife, Catherine, making it difficult to have a true relationship with Theresa. But there is a connection between them, a strong one, one that draws them together quick and makes them fall in love in a matter of days. The way they interact with each other is sweet and so natural.
After reading the last chapter, you will sit there for a few moments and feel the loss.
The book will get you interested immediately, getting you hooked the moment Theresa finds a bottle on a beach with a letter inside.
The chapters are long but you read through them pretty quickly. I don't usually like the narration style of writing, but it suites this novel. It gives you a chance to experience the sides of Theresa and Garrett without jumping perspectives for every chapter.
The two main characters are and aren't your everyday couple; Garrett struggles with the loss of his wife, Catherine, making it difficult to have a true relationship with Theresa. But there is a connection between them, a strong one, one that draws them together quick and makes them fall in love in a matter of days. The way they interact with each other is sweet and so natural.
After reading the last chapter, you will sit there for a few moments and feel the loss.